sponsored by If you’ve recently overcome prostate cancer or benign prostatic hyperplasia (or BPH), then you already know that being cured is not where the healing stops, but rather where it begins. Life after a prostatectomy or a similarly invasive prostate treatment can become a complex shell game of trying to figure out which side…
How important is maintaining satisfactory sexual function in your life? Chances are, it’s fairly high on your list. Yet men with erectile dysfunction and serious illness are less likely to get treatment for their sexual challenges, even though healthy sexual activity is a significant part of the quality of life. Why do some seriously ill…
Use of an herbal supplement containing yohimbine resulted in extremely high blood pressure, well above the threshold for seeking emergency care, according to a case reported in the April 25, 2019 issue of The Journal of Emergency Medicine. The 49-year-old man had a recorded blood pressure of 280/160 mmHg, while 180/120 mmHg is considered to…
Impotence is a common challenge many men face during their lifetime, and fortunately, there is a growing awareness of this problem and ways to treat it. In most cases, cardiovascular problems and erectile dysfunction go hand in hand, yet many men are not aware of this relationship. In fact, both conditions are the consequence of…
What do penis pumps do, exactly? Penis pumps claim to be the solution for a variety of sexual health and performance factors. Whether you are interested in increasing the size of your penis, addressing erectile dysfunction, or simply want harder and longer lasting erections – someone, somewhere, will tell you that a penis pump is…
Men with prostate cancer who undergo brachytherapy can maintain erectile function at one year after therapy, according to a new study from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. For optimal sexual function, however, most men will need some help from either erectile dysfunction drugs or sexual aids such as penis pumps. Brachytherapy is…
A large study of more than 80,000 men found that those who take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) three times daily for more than three months are more than twice as likely to experience erectile dysfunction when compared with men who do not take NSAIDs at all or not regularly. To put it another way, it…
The list of erectile dysfunction causes and risk factors includes a wide range of possibilities, including diet, diabetes, smoking, obesity, use of certain medications, drug and alcohol use, and activities that restrict blood flow to the penis, such as bicycling. Now researchers may add another factor to the list: vitamin D deficiency is believed to contribute to erectile dysfunction. Vitamin D deficiency…
Tribulus terrestris has been part of traditional medicine in India and China for centuries as a treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED), infertility, impotence and low sex drive. Studies conducted in Bulgaria and Russia suggest that tribulus can increase testosterone levels (by increasing luteinizing hormone), DHEA, and estrogen. If you have been experiencing ED, you might wonder…
Apple cider vinegar has been touted for a wide range of health conditions, ranging from lowering blood pressure to helping with weight loss and diabetes management. But can apple cider vinegar treat ED? The answer is, yes and no. Although your doctor isn’t going to prescribe this natural remedy as a treatment regimen for erectile…
When a couple is experiencing difficulty getting pregnant, men’s fertility is a factor about half of the time. To break it down, 35 to 40 percent of the time the problem is associated with the man, in 35 to 40 percent of cases it is associated with the woman, and the remaining 20 to 30…
In a previous post we discussed some of the many possible causes of erectile dysfunction (ED) in young men. Psychological stressors are among the top contributing factors when a younger man experiences ED, but the issue can also be attributed to lifestyle choices like smoking, alcohol use, and poor diet. However, sometimes treating erectile dysfunction…
If you are among the estimated 30 million men in the United States who have erectile dysfunction (ED), then you might be considering trying some natural remedies for erectile dysfunction as well as making diet and lifestyle changes to improve your sexual health. Many men are turning to natural remedies for erectile dysfunction instead of the…
Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects nearly every man at some point in his life. Whether it happens only occasionally or has become a chronic problem—or somewhere in between—men frequently turn to erectile dysfunction drugs. While the “little blue pill” and its cousins usually come to mind first, there are other medications for erectile dysfunction that are…
The connection between bike riding and erectile dysfunction is one you may never have considered. However, if you experience erectile dysfunction (ED) and bicycling is your preferred workout, there could be a relationship between the two. Scientists have debated for years about whether bicycling can cause erectile dysfunction. It seems likely that prolonged bicycling can…
An inability to orgasm (anorgasmia) is an infrequent but highly disturbing condition that can affect men for a variety of reasons. Now a new study reports that use of the drug cabergoline improved or completely restored the ability to orgasm in nearly 70% of men treated who were experiencing this phenomenon. Men with an inability to orgasm…
If you’re having a problem with erectile dysfunction (ED), you may want to pay a visit to the produce aisle or the farmers’ market and pick up some beets. Okay, we admit beets are not among the most popular vegetables, but once you find out what these reddish root veggies are capable of, you may…
Many drugs can cause ED (erectile dysfunction) or other sexual problems as side effects. You might want more hair on your head or relief from urinary symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate but perhaps not at the expense of your sexual function. Unfortunately, there are five drugs for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) that could…
Men with an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH) who take saw palmetto may experience an unexpected benefit from this natural remedy. A new study found that saw palmetto not only improved urinary symptoms in men with BPH, but also helped with erectile dysfunction. Numerous studies have shown that saw palmetto works for prostate conditions and in…
So you’ve decided to have penile implants for erectile dysfunction. Penile implants are available in two forms: an inflatable device or semirigid rods. Talk to your doctor about both types to decide which is best for you. As well, use our “Getting Help” guide to talk with your doctor and other healthcare professionals about long-term management of…